NML: Valuation Is Getting Too Expensive
Neuberger Energy Infra and Income Fund remains a hold, as its valuation has become expensive despite ongoing AI data center growth catalysts. NML now trades at a premium to NAV, with a high 8.3% dividend yield, but is heavily reliant on net realized gains and concentrated midstream holdings. The fund's concentrated portfolio and reliance on distributions expose it to risks if earnings or sector momentum slow, especially with potential shifts in AI and LNG demand.
2 Discounted Infrastructure Plays With Monthly Pay
The demand for power generation and distribution has been growing on the back of rapid AI infrastructure buildout. In the CEF space, there are infrastructure funds that provide an underlying portfolio of exposure to names that can benefit from this. Today, we'll be looking at two infrastructure-focused CEFs that trade at attractive discounts and offer monthly distributions, and both have recently raised their payout to investors as well.
NML: Data Centers Are A Catalyst But Flawed Portfolio Structure
Neuberger Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund remains a hold, benefiting from AI-driven energy demand but facing structural challenges. NML trades at an 11.17% discount to NAV, with a high 8.6% yield, but its reliance on net realized gains and return of capital raises sustainability concerns. The fund's concentrated midstream energy exposure and 21.85% leverage amplify both upside from AI data center growth and downside risk in market downturns.
NML: This Fund Is Worth Considering Given Current Energy Sector Trends
The Neuberger Berman Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund (NML) offers a 7.48% yield, focused on high-yielding, growth-oriented midstream and upstream energy companies. NML is heavily weighted toward natural gas infrastructure, positioning it for growth as U.S. and global demand for natural gas rises. Despite its yield being the lowest among peers, NML has outperformed on share price and delivered competitive total returns over the past year.
NML: This Fund Could Profit From LNG Growth
Neuberger Berman Energy Infrastructure and Income Fund (NML) offers diversified exposure to midstream energy, blending MLPs and C-corporations for an 8.3% yield. NML's total return over five years outperformed most peers and the S&P 500, driven by strong midstream C-corp performance and reinvested distributions. The US Export-Import Bank is supportive of the construction of new LNG facilities, providing a powerful tailwind for industry expansion.
